On Safari in South Africa: A family-friendly adventure at Rhino East Lodge
When it comes to family holidays, few experiences can match the excitement and wonder of a safari. Rhino East Lodge, located in the heart of South Africa’s private game reserves, offers an adventure where both adults and children can connect with nature, spot incredible wildlife, and make memories that will last a lifetime. This family-friendly safari experience has been designed with every member of the family in mind, from toddlers to teenagers, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to explore, learn, and enjoy the wild in comfort and style.
Why choose a family safari?
Travelling with children often requires a careful balance between adventure and safety, excitement and downtime. A family-friendly safari like Rhino East Lodge makes this effortless. The lodge is designed to be engaging, safe, and stimulating for young explorers. While adults soak in the beauty of Africa’s landscapes and the thrill of spotting rhinos, elephants, and lions on game drives, children can enjoy dedicated activities that spark curiosity about wildlife and nature.
Whether your children are six today or eight by the time your trip takes place, the lodge’s flexible approach ensures age-appropriate activities and excursions. Families can take guided nature walks, meet friendly animals in the lodge’s supervised areas, and enjoy creative craft sessions or junior ranger programmes that teach conservation skills in a fun and interactive way.
Family-friendly accommodation
At Rhino East Lodge, families stay in spacious Rondavels, traditional African-style circular homes that feature rustic charm with modern comforts. Each Rondavel is air-conditioned, features en-suite bathrooms, and has private outdoor spaces where children can play safely under supervision. The open, airy design ensures families can be together while still enjoying moments of privacy.
The lodge also features a swimming pool, perfect for children to cool off after a morning game drive or to simply relax and play while parents enjoy a quiet moment with a drink. Poolside loungers provide a safe and comfortable space for parents to supervise kids while soaking up the African sun.
Activities for children and teens
One of the highlights of a family safari at Rhino East Lodge is the range of activities designed specifically for children. From junior ranger programmes to interactive wildlife education sessions, children are encouraged to engage with the natural environment in ways that are fun, safe, and memorable. These programmes often include:
- Tracking animals: Learning how to identify animal footprints, listen to sounds of the bush, and spot wildlife on guided walks.
- Wildlife education: Teaching children about conservation, animal behaviour, and the importance of protecting Africa’s species.
- Crafts and games: Activities that connect children to African culture, from beadwork to storytelling.
- Pool and leisure time: Ensuring downtime is just as fun as adventures, with safe swimming and family games.
- Teens also benefit from engaging activities and can join slightly more advanced game drives, photography sessions, or evening wildlife spotting experiences, ensuring that older children are entertained while gaining a deeper appreciation for African wildlife.
Game drives and wildlife encounters
The star of any safari is, of course, the game drives. Rhino East Lodge provides both morning and evening drives, allowing families to witness the spectacular wildlife of the reserve. Experienced guides make the experience safe and educational, pointing out not only the famous Big Five, lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinos, but also the smaller creatures that make up the ecosystem.
Family-friendly drives are designed with safety and engagement in mind. Guides encourage children to ask questions, use binoculars, and even take photographs. These drives are tailored to the pace of your family, so that even younger kids can enjoy the sights without feeling overwhelmed.
Meals for the whole family
Eating at Rhino East Lodge is enjoyable for both adults and children. Meals are freshly prepared, often featuring local South African ingredients, and the lodge caters for special dietary requirements. Children can enjoy familiar options alongside adventurous new flavours, while adults savour gourmet dishes paired with regional wines. Communal dining areas foster a sense of community, allowing families to share stories from the day’s adventures.
Safe and comfortable environment
Safety is a top priority for families at Rhino East Lodge. The lodge is fully fenced, and staff are trained to ensure children are always supervised during activities and leisure time. The design of the property, from spacious rooms to secure outdoor areas, allows parents to relax knowing their kids are safe while still enjoying the sense of freedom that a safari provides.
Who are Newmarket Holidays?
Newmarket Holidays are a British multi-award-winning tour operator, providing a portfolio of wish-list escorted tours, resort-centred stays, and event-focused breaks throughout the world. Founded in 1983, Newmarket Holidays has steadily grown and expanded to become one of the UK’s leading and most respected touring companies.
Value for money and high standards of customer care are integral to Newmarket Holidays’ operations, and this is reflected in the meticulously designed details of each tour, encompassing everything from accommodation to on-the-ground experiences.
Why book with Newmarket Holidays?
At Newmarket Holidays, we specialise in creating escorted holidays and family experiences that promise adventure, comfort, and convenience. From carefully selected accommodations to interactive activities, every detail is designed to delight travellers of all ages. Families benefit from our extensive experience and local knowledge, so that every safari is smooth, memorable, and safe.
Our family safaris are all-inclusive, covering flights from the UK, meals, transfers to and from the airport, and expertly guided excursions throughout the lodge and game reserves. We understand that planning for a family holiday requires flexibility, which is why payment plans are available to help spread the cost, making it easier to budget for your dream adventure. With dates available up to 2028, even younger children can grow into their safari experience, ensuring the timing works perfectly for your family’s needs.
Making memories that last a lifetime
A family safari at Rhino East Lodge will no doubt be filled with lifelong memories.
From viewing rhinos at sunrise to swimming under the African sun, from interactive wildlife activities to relaxing moments at the lodge, every day is filled with experiences that families will treasure forever.
Whether it’s a first safari for the little ones or a long-awaited adventure for seasoned travellers, Rhino East Lodge is a destination that inspires wonder, excitement, and connection. With expert guides, family-friendly accommodation, and activities designed to captivate all ages, this safari truly has something for everyone.
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Ready to give your family the adventure of a lifetime?
Discover Rhino East Lodge and other family-friendly safaris with Newmarket Holidays. Flexible payment options, carefully curated itineraries, and departures available through 2028 make it easier than ever to plan a trip that your family will cherish forever.
Save 15% on a South African Safari
10 days from £2,495pp | Flights included | Departures from February 2026 - December 2028
An immersion into the extraordinary South African wilderness featuring opportunities to connect with nature, engage in local cultures, and gain insights into the destination’s history.
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